Can I make pumpkin brownies with a boxed mix?

Yes, absolutely! Just prepare the boxed brownie mix as instructed, then follow the swirl instructions in this recipe. It saves time while still giving you that beautiful pumpkin cheesecake finish.

Should pumpkin brownies be refrigerated?

Yes. Because of the cream cheese layer, it’s best to refrigerate pumpkin brownies once they’ve cooled. This keeps the texture firm and the flavors fresh for days.

Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned?

Sure! If you're using fresh pumpkin, make sure it’s puréed smoothly and not too watery. Canned pumpkin is easier and more consistent, but fresh works if you’ve got some on hand.

Why are my pumpkin brownies not setting in the center?

They may just need a bit more baking time. Use a toothpick to check for moist crumbs. If the middle still jiggles, bake in 5-minute increments and cover the edges with foil if they’re getting too dark.

Pumpkin Brownies Recipe – 7-Min Fall Favorite with Cheesecake Swirl

Description

These pumpkin brownies are rich, fudgy, and swirled with a spiced pumpkin cheesecake layer. Perfect for fall baking!

Ingredients

Scale

1 box brownie mix or homemade batter

1 cup pumpkin puree

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 egg yolk

1/4 cup sugar

1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking pan with parchment.

2. Prepare brownie batter and pour most into pan.

3. Mix pumpkin, cream cheese, sugar, yolk, vanilla, and spice.

4. Dollop pumpkin mixture over brownie batter.

5. Add remaining brownie batter and swirl with a knife.

6. Bake 35–40 minutes or until set.

7. Cool completely, refrigerate 1 hour, then slice and serve.

Notes

Use pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.

Refrigerate leftovers up to 5 days.

Freeze for up to 2 months, wrapped tightly.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg